A new version of the document “Specification, Part II: The KVLCC2 Case Study” has been uploaded on the SHOPERA web site. The propeller RPM in Table 8 that was previously not reported is now included. The new document may be downloaded from the “Benchmark Study” page (tab Call/Specifications). read more →

The introduction of the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships represents a major step forward in implementing energy efficiency regulations in maritime transportation. There are, however, serious concerns regarding the sufficiency of propulsion power and steering devices to maintain manoeuvrability of ships in adverse conditions, if the EEDI requirements are achieved by simply.. read more →

The Mid Term Assessment meeting took place in Brussels the 23th of April 2015. The meeting was attended by the coordinator, Prof. A. Papanikolaou and the Project Officer, Mr. F. Sgarbi. During the meeting the progress of work was presented and discussed. read more →

The second SHOPERA public workshop and the annual project meeting are scheduled to take place from 14 to 16 of October 2015 in Lisbon, hosted by IST. The Agenda and related documents will be uploaded in due time. read more →